Meet Dr. Katie Freeman
Licensed clinical psychologist in Delaware & Pennsylvania
Licensed & Specialized
Katie L. Freeman, Psy.D. is a licensed clinical psychologist in the states of Delaware and Pennsylvania with specialized training in conducting neuropsychological testing for a pediatric population. She has APIT granted by the PSYPACT(R) Commission allowing her to conduct telehealth interviews and feedbacks with families in Maryland, New Jersey, and other states.
Education
Drexel University & Widener University
Dr. Freeman has a Master of Science Degree from Drexel University and a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Widener University. While at Widener, Dr. Freeman obtained certifications in School Psychology and Neuropsychology.
Nemours A.I. duPont Hospital for Children
Dr. Freeman completed her postdoctoral training at Nemours A.I. duPont Hospital for Children in the Rehabilitation Medicine Department under Dr. Jane Crowley. While there, she treated pediatric survivors of brain injury as well as children with other medical illnesses including spina bifida, stroke, multiple sclerosis, and anti-NMDA receptor encephalitis. She worked with in-patient and out-patient pediatric patients providing therapy services as well as neuropsychological evaluations. Part of her time was spent working with youths and their families in the Concussion Clinic.
Experience
Nemours A.I. duPont Hospital for Children
After completing her postdoctoral training, Dr. Freeman remained at Nemours for approximately another year, working with youth in an out-patient capacity. She conducted neuropsychological evaluations for patients involved with the Rehabilitation Unit, and continued to work in the Concussion Clinic.
Delaware’s Department of Services for Children, Youth and Their Families
Dr. Freeman then transitioned to Delaware’s Department of Services for Children, Youth and Their Families, conducting Neuropsychological and Psychological Evaluations for children within the Department. Within this role, she has worked with children and adolescents with neurodevelopmental disorders (e.g., ADHD, intellectual disability or autism spectrum disorder), chromosomal disorders, concussion / brain injury, seizure disorders, learning disorders, and more.
Focus of Work
Youth on the autism spectrum
Dr. Freeman has spent a significant amount of time working with youth on the autism spectrum over the many years she has been practicing. She began working with this population while completing her graduate education by providing behavioral support and mobile therapy. Since receiving her doctoral degree, she has also been certified to administer the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule, Second Edition (ADOS-2).
Youth with traumatic brain injuries
Additionally, Dr. Freeman has worked extensively with youth who have sustained traumatic brain injuries, including concussion both at Nemours A.I. duPont Hospital and at the State of Delaware. She is a member of the State of Delaware’s Brain Injury Committee and has given talks at the Brain Injury Association of Delaware’s annual conferences.
Youth with attentional & learning difficulties
Dr. Freeman also has considerable experience working with youth who present attentional and learning difficulties. At times, these difficulties can present with a behavioral component, and so Dr. Freeman believes it is important to look beyond the surface, and to consider possible mood factors.